Most recently, the home series broke after 16 unbeaten games in a 1-2 draw against Altach. A new one should be started against Hartberg. The Styrians have been waiting for a win for nine league games and have only scored four points in this period. “Many believe that Hartberg is injured. But they have their qualities and that’s why we have to be careful,” warns Ried coach Robert Ibertsberger. Hartberg is waiting for the first full success under neo-trainer Klaus Schmidt. His previous teams have not scored a goal when they meet Ried – Ried, on the other hand, has scored in each of the twelve Bundesliga home games of the current season. No other team could do that.
In terms of personnel, Ried coach Ibertsberger has plenty to draw from: Captain Marcel Ziegl has already started training again after suffering an ankle injury in the derby and fully participated in yesterday’s session. Striker Seifedin Chabbi made his comeback last week for Junge Wikinger Ried against WSC Hertha after breaking his elbow in preparation. He will return to the professional squad tomorrow.
Source: Nachrichten
